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Aureus - Vitellius Victory
69 year| Gold | 6.8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopia in left.
Anepigraphic.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vitellius (Victory) coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, with her wings outstretched and a wreath in her hand. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's naval supremacy and its victories in battle.
